In an interview conducted on Jan. 29, the Vice President confirmed that she remains in close contact with the former leader, who has been in ICC custody since March 2025. Addressing rumors regarding dissatisfaction with the former president’s defense team, VP Duterte clarified that there are no plans to replace his current lawyers. “He said it’s not about replacing them,” the Vice President shared, explaining that her father remains engaged with the legal process despite the ongoing jurisdictional challenges being reviewed by the Appeals Chamber. A message to supporters on ‘Duterte Street’The vice president expressed deep gratitude for the “Duterte Street” supporters—Filipinos living in or traveling to the Netherlands who gather to show moral support. She emphasized that this presence significantly impacts the former President’s morale:The Vice President noted that the daily presence of supporters helps maintain her father’s spirits while in detention.